{"id":65328,"date":"2024-09-26T04:45:00","date_gmt":"2024-09-25T18:45:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/?p=65328"},"modified":"2025-12-02T11:41:58","modified_gmt":"2025-12-02T00:41:58","slug":"updating-your-kitchen","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/updating-your-kitchen\/","title":{"rendered":"12 tips for updating your kitchen: Best cosmetic kitchen upgrades"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><em>Tired kitchen but can&#8217;t afford a remodel? <\/em>We hear you! Whether you&#8217;re looking to improve your home\u2019s value or simply want a more beautiful kitchen, one of our most common reader requests is ways to update your kitchen for less. The good news is you don&#8217;t have to spend thousands of dollars on a full-scale remodel to achieve major impact. In fact, updating your kitchen on a budget has never been easier thanks to all the user-friendly DIY products and affordable materials now available. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep on reading for our favourite savvy ways to transform your kitchen. We&#8217;re sure you&#8217;ll find at least one idea to try!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Related article:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/slim-shaker-cabinets-kitchen-renovation\/\">Slim shaker cabinets and marble mosaic splashback are a dreamy combo in our latest kitchen renovation project<\/a><br>Related article:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/11-types-of-white-kitchen-splashback-tiles\/\">11 types of white kitchen splashback tiles: Add interest with shape over colour<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-1-nbsp-paint-existing-cabinetry\">1.&nbsp;Paint existing cabinetry<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>New kitchen cabinetry is one of the best ways to transform your kitchen. But when renovating on a budget and new cabinets are out of reach, it&#8217;s time to pull out the paint brush! Painting kitchen cabinets or staining timber door-fronts will give your cookhouse a major facelift. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Before you think &#8216;that&#8217;s too hard&#8217; or &#8216;that won&#8217;t look good&#8217;, just take a peek at the fabulous example below! Mari shares all the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/lifestyleby_mari\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">step-by-step instructions on her Instagram<\/a> of how she transformed her dark brown timber veneer kitchen into this dreamy muted green space.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Paint offers endless opportunities to transform existing cabinets into new ones. But be careful with your paint selection, you want to use specialist renovator products that are hardwearing and designed for kitchen use. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-most-popular-kitchen-cabinet-paint-colours-are\">The most popular kitchen cabinet paint colours are:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>white<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>cream or taupe<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>black<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>navy blue<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>forest or sage green.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"820\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Painted-kitchen-cabinets-820x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Updating your kitchen by painting cabinets\" class=\"wp-image-65333\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Painted-kitchen-cabinets-820x1024.jpg 820w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Painted-kitchen-cabinets-240x300.jpg 240w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Painted-kitchen-cabinets-768x959.jpg 768w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Painted-kitchen-cabinets-696x869.jpg 696w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Painted-kitchen-cabinets-1068x1333.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Painted-kitchen-cabinets-336x420.jpg 336w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Painted-kitchen-cabinets-300x374.jpg 300w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Painted-kitchen-cabinets.jpg 1100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 820px) 100vw, 820px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Fabulous kitchen refresh by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/lifestyleby_mari\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">@lifestyleby_mari<\/a> who painted her kitchen cabinets in Dulux &#8216;Battle Dress&#8217;<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-nbsp-install-new-lighting\">2.&nbsp;Install new lighting<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Adding modern but affordable light fixtures won&#8217;t just improve your kitchen&#8217;s look and feel. Lighting is also critical to the functionality and safety of your kitchen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In Australia, track lights, spot lights and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zestlighting.com.au\/designer-pendant-lights\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">pendant lights<\/a> are the most popular kitchen lighting solutions. You could also install some discreet LED strip lighting, such as underneath your overhead kitchen cabinets to wash light down your backsplash. This provides functional lighting when cooking or ambient lighting when your kitchen isn&#8217;t in use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Designer tip:<\/em><\/strong> use multiple layers of lighting so you can adjust your lighting to suit your needs. Think task lighting when cooking, general lighting when entertaining or accent lighting when relaxing. It&#8217;s also a good idea to use dimmer switches to provide further lighting control.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-3-nbsp-install-open-shelving\">3.&nbsp;Install open shelving<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have blank spaces on your kitchen walls, consider installing shelves. Shelves provide a styling opportunity and can offer much-needed kitchen storage. For example, they are an effective way to eliminate clutter from your work surfaces. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Not sure what to style your kitchen shelves with? <\/em>Popular home decor includes serveware or glassware, indoor plants, beautiful ceramics, small artworks and cookbooks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/kitchen-shelf-styling-inspiration\/\">Check out this article for all of our kitchen shelf styling inspiration<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"553\" height=\"605\" src=\"https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Kyal-and-Kara-kitchen.png\" alt=\"Kyal and Kara updating your kitchen with floating shelves\" class=\"wp-image-38287\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Kyal-and-Kara-kitchen.png 553w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Kyal-and-Kara-kitchen-274x300.png 274w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Kyal-and-Kara-kitchen-384x420.png 384w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Kyal-and-Kara-kitchen-300x328.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 553px) 100vw, 553px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">We love the impact of shelves in this kitchen by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/kyalandkara\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">@kyalandkara<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-4-nbsp-replace-your-kitchen-tap-aka-kitchen-mixer\">4.&nbsp;Replace your kitchen tap (aka kitchen mixer)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Replacing your kitchen mixer is a quick and affordable way to give your kitchen a fresh, updated look. Swapping out an old, outdated tap for a sleek, modern design can instantly elevate your kitchen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>High-arched gooseneck designs, especially in brushed metal finishes, are the most popular in contemporary homes. Farmhouse kitchens lend themselves to the more decorative lever tap design, often with the taps connected to the spout on a T bar. Modern homes suit sleek and minimalist designs, in matte black, white or chrome finishes. There are so many tapware styles now and the widest range of choice when it comes to finishes so you&#8217;ll be sure to find one to refresh your kitchen! <a href=\"https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/guide-to-choosing-the-perfect-tapware\/\">Check out our guide to selecting tapware here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Although some people will DIY replacing their kitchen tap, it&#8217;s a good idea to bring in a professional and licensed plumber, such as <a href=\"https:\/\/zebraplumbing.com.au\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Zebra Plumbing<\/a>. The last thing you want is to install the tap incorrectly and create potential leaks or damage to your pipes. They are also best placed to spot any underlying problems, like corroded pipes or improper connections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"h-shop-the-biggest-range-of-tapware-online-here\"><a href=\"https:\/\/click.linksynergy.com\/deeplink?id=WHFXPjX*m3w&amp;mid=41108&amp;murl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.templeandwebster.com.au%2FKitchen-and-Laundry-Taps-C1813370.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Shop the biggest range of tapware online here<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Tea-towel-draped-over-kitchen-sink-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Tea towel draped over kitchen sink\" class=\"wp-image-67740\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Gina selected the brushed nickel Nero kitchen tap with pull-out veggie spray in this kitchen renovation | <a href=\"https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/slim-shaker-cabinets-kitchen-renovation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Take the tour<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-5-reassess-your-storage\">5. Reassess your storage<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You don&#8217;t have to introduce new elements to your kitchen to transform the space. Even small changes, such as reorganising, can do the trick. Start by reclassifying your kitchen items. Group products by use, for example cereal boxes, baking ingredients, mugs, cutlery, and saucepans, to mention a few. Then look at how you can arrange these in the most practical and accessible way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/style-organise-pantry\/\">top tips to organise your pantry here<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/how-to-store-your-spice-collection\/\">how to organise your spices here<\/a><strong>.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Organising tips:<\/em><\/strong> keep large appliances, big bowls, and pans in base-level storage or cabinet drawers. Avoid keeping heavy items up high. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sallybernstein.com\/food\/single-articles\/organized-commercial-kitchen.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Store<\/a> lighter items and stackables, such as cake pans and baking trays, in upper cabinets. If you often keep spices in the upper cabinets, move them into drawers for easier access.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Containers-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Containers\" class=\"wp-image-27924\" style=\"width:1031px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Containers-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Containers-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Containers-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Containers-696x1044.jpg 696w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Containers-1068x1602.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Containers-280x420.jpg 280w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Containers-33x50.jpg 33w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Containers-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Containers.jpg 1100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Moments of perfect organisation can uplift tired pockets of your kitchen | <a href=\"https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/style-organise-pantry\/\">Get all our pantry organisation tips here<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-6-nbsp-give-appliances-a-facelift\">6.&nbsp;Give appliances a facelift<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It isn&#8217;t just your kitchen cabinets that you can refresh with paint, you can also give your appliances a new look! Christine from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.littlehouseonthecorner.com\/how-to-paint-a-fridge\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Little House on the Corner<\/a> used blackboard paint to give her fridge a modern makeover.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As well as using paint, you can also find removable vinyl decals or magnets on the market. There are ones specially designed for fridges, dishwashers, you name it! Some of these are seriously fun and cute, such as the magnetic vintage lemons dishwasher cover pictured below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And who knows, with a little creativity, you may find even more solutions to disguise or transform old kitchen appliances!<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Black-painted-fridge-640x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Black painted fridge\" class=\"wp-image-65336\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Black-painted-fridge-640x1024.jpg 640w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Black-painted-fridge-187x300.jpg 187w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Black-painted-fridge-768x1229.jpg 768w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Black-painted-fridge-959x1536.jpg 959w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Black-painted-fridge-696x1114.jpg 696w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Black-painted-fridge-1068x1710.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Black-painted-fridge-262x420.jpg 262w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Black-painted-fridge-300x480.jpg 300w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Black-painted-fridge.jpg 1100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">This black painted fridge makeover cost <a href=\"https:\/\/www.littlehouseonthecorner.com\/how-to-paint-a-fridge\/\">Little House on the Corner<\/a> less than 15 Euros<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-7-paint-the-walls\">7. Paint the walls<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Another paint idea is to refresh your kitchen walls! This one doesn&#8217;t require any special paint products and is an <a href=\"https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/weekend-renovation-ideas\/\">easy weekend DIY project<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You could get bold with colour and take inspiration from the latest paint colour forecast trends. Or simply give the space a crisp makeover with white paint. We know how overwhelming it can be to <a href=\"https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/select-white-paint-tips-getting-right-white-paint\/\">select the right shade of white paint and have all the tips here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whatever colour you select, be sure to <a href=\"https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/how-to-paint-walls-like-a-professional\/\">follow our advice on how to paint like a pro<\/a> to get the best DIY paint finish possible!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-8-uplift-your-kitchen-island-or-kitchen-kick\">8. Uplift your kitchen island or kitchen kick<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While renovating your whole kitchen may be out of budget, introducing some on-trend accents such as VJ panel could give your space the uplift you&#8217;ve been looking for! You can get VJ panel cut to size at the hardware store and use this to spruce up your kitchen island like Haus of Cruze did! Props also for the fab kitchen shelf and styling inspo \ud83d\ude09<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Another idea to give your kitchen island or kitchen kick a new look is to use render on backing board. Katrina did this to achieve an earthy aesthetic in her budget-friendly kitchen renovation. Watch the reel below to see how she did it. She says she&#8217;s also used pink tiles to give another kitchen a playful makeover and we talk more about DIY tiling below.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"889\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Haus-of-Cruze-VJ-kitchen-island-889x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Stylish contemporary kitchen\" class=\"wp-image-74991\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Haus-of-Cruze-VJ-kitchen-island-889x1024.jpg 889w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Haus-of-Cruze-VJ-kitchen-island-260x300.jpg 260w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Haus-of-Cruze-VJ-kitchen-island-768x885.jpg 768w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Haus-of-Cruze-VJ-kitchen-island-365x420.jpg 365w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Haus-of-Cruze-VJ-kitchen-island-696x802.jpg 696w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Haus-of-Cruze-VJ-kitchen-island-1068x1230.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Haus-of-Cruze-VJ-kitchen-island-300x346.jpg 300w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Haus-of-Cruze-VJ-kitchen-island.jpg 1100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 889px) 100vw, 889px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Love this DIY VJ panel kitchen island uplift by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/hausofcruze\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">@hausofcruze<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" data-instgrm-captioned data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/DAwaFZDsmZL\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" data-instgrm-version=\"14\" style=\" background:#FFF; 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border-bottom: 2px solid transparent; transform: translateX(16px) translateY(-4px) rotate(30deg)\"><\/div><\/div><div style=\"margin-left: auto;\"> <div style=\" width: 0px; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-right: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(16px);\"><\/div> <div style=\" background-color: #F4F4F4; flex-grow: 0; height: 12px; width: 16px; transform: translateY(-4px);\"><\/div> <div style=\" width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-left: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(-4px) translateX(8px);\"><\/div><\/div><\/div> <div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center; margin-bottom: 24px;\"> <div style=\" background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 224px;\"><\/div> <div style=\" background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 144px;\"><\/div><\/div><\/a><p style=\" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; line-height:17px; margin-bottom:0; margin-top:8px; overflow:hidden; padding:8px 0 7px; text-align:center; text-overflow:ellipsis; white-space:nowrap;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/DAwaFZDsmZL\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" style=\" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px; text-decoration:none;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">A post shared by Katrina | Tips for Renos &amp; New Builds (@katrinas_instagram)<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/blockquote>\n<script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-9-update-your-window-coverings\">9. Update your window coverings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Upgrading your kitchen with new window coverings can significantly enhance the room&#8217;s aesthetic and functional appeal. <a href=\"https:\/\/buyblindsonline.com.au\/roller-blinds.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Installing roller blinds<\/a> is an excellent choice, as they offer a sleek and modern look while providing easy control over natural light and privacy. Additionally, roller blinds come in a variety of materials and designs, allowing you to customise the look to suit your kitchen&#8217;s decor and style.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Another popular window covering solution in kitchens are plantation shutters as they are moisture resistant. Shutters look just as good from outside your home as they do from inside so this can be a great option if you kitchen faces the street.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-10-retile-your-splashback-or-kitchen-island\">10. Retile your splashback or kitchen island<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Kitchen splashbacks don&#8217;t have to be waterproofed so this is a tiling job you could DIY. Most kitchen splashbacks aren&#8217;t a large surface area, often only 3-5m2, so it&#8217;s also an area where you could splurge a little on a luxe tile. We&#8217;re a sucker for natural stone but this does require some maintenance. Moroccan kitchen splashback tiles, such as Zellige, offer timeless appeal and bring an organic texture to your space. If you&#8217;re looking for a cheap kitchen splashback tile, you can&#8217;t go wrong with a subway tile and this is also one of the easiest to lay yourself. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re stuck trying to pick a new kitchen splashback tile, <a href=\"https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/pick-the-right-kitchen-splashback-tile\/\">check out our tile selection tips<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We mentioned refreshing your kitchen island earlier and this is also an area you could tile. Just take a look at how Katrina added a fun pink tile to her kitchen reno in the reel below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" data-instgrm-captioned data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/C8QCv6dSP7R\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" data-instgrm-version=\"14\" style=\" background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:540px; min-width:326px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);\"><div style=\"padding:16px;\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/C8QCv6dSP7R\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" style=\" background:#FFFFFF; line-height:0; padding:0 0; text-align:center; text-decoration:none; width:100%;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <div style=\" display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;\"> <div style=\"background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 40px; margin-right: 14px; width: 40px;\"><\/div> <div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center;\"> <div style=\" background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 100px;\"><\/div> <div style=\" background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 60px;\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div style=\"padding: 19% 0;\"><\/div> <div style=\"display:block; height:50px; margin:0 auto 12px; width:50px;\"><svg width=\"50px\" height=\"50px\" viewBox=\"0 0 60 60\" version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\"><g stroke=\"none\" stroke-width=\"1\" fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\"><g transform=\"translate(-511.000000, -20.000000)\" fill=\"#000000\"><g><path d=\"M556.869,30.41 C554.814,30.41 553.148,32.076 553.148,34.131 C553.148,36.186 554.814,37.852 556.869,37.852 C558.924,37.852 560.59,36.186 560.59,34.131 C560.59,32.076 558.924,30.41 556.869,30.41 M541,60.657 C535.114,60.657 530.342,55.887 530.342,50 C530.342,44.114 535.114,39.342 541,39.342 C546.887,39.342 551.658,44.114 551.658,50 C551.658,55.887 546.887,60.657 541,60.657 M541,33.886 C532.1,33.886 524.886,41.1 524.886,50 C524.886,58.899 532.1,66.113 541,66.113 C549.9,66.113 557.115,58.899 557.115,50 C557.115,41.1 549.9,33.886 541,33.886 M565.378,62.101 C565.244,65.022 564.756,66.606 564.346,67.663 C563.803,69.06 563.154,70.057 562.106,71.106 C561.058,72.155 560.06,72.803 558.662,73.347 C557.607,73.757 556.021,74.244 553.102,74.378 C549.944,74.521 548.997,74.552 541,74.552 C533.003,74.552 532.056,74.521 528.898,74.378 C525.979,74.244 524.393,73.757 523.338,73.347 C521.94,72.803 520.942,72.155 519.894,71.106 C518.846,70.057 518.197,69.06 517.654,67.663 C517.244,66.606 516.755,65.022 516.623,62.101 C516.479,58.943 516.448,57.996 516.448,50 C516.448,42.003 516.479,41.056 516.623,37.899 C516.755,34.978 517.244,33.391 517.654,32.338 C518.197,30.938 518.846,29.942 519.894,28.894 C520.942,27.846 521.94,27.196 523.338,26.654 C524.393,26.244 525.979,25.756 528.898,25.623 C532.057,25.479 533.004,25.448 541,25.448 C548.997,25.448 549.943,25.479 553.102,25.623 C556.021,25.756 557.607,26.244 558.662,26.654 C560.06,27.196 561.058,27.846 562.106,28.894 C563.154,29.942 563.803,30.938 564.346,32.338 C564.756,33.391 565.244,34.978 565.378,37.899 C565.522,41.056 565.552,42.003 565.552,50 C565.552,57.996 565.522,58.943 565.378,62.101 M570.82,37.631 C570.674,34.438 570.167,32.258 569.425,30.349 C568.659,28.377 567.633,26.702 565.965,25.035 C564.297,23.368 562.623,22.342 560.652,21.575 C558.743,20.834 556.562,20.326 553.369,20.18 C550.169,20.033 549.148,20 541,20 C532.853,20 531.831,20.033 528.631,20.18 C525.438,20.326 523.257,20.834 521.349,21.575 C519.376,22.342 517.703,23.368 516.035,25.035 C514.368,26.702 513.342,28.377 512.574,30.349 C511.834,32.258 511.326,34.438 511.181,37.631 C511.035,40.831 511,41.851 511,50 C511,58.147 511.035,59.17 511.181,62.369 C511.326,65.562 511.834,67.743 512.574,69.651 C513.342,71.625 514.368,73.296 516.035,74.965 C517.703,76.634 519.376,77.658 521.349,78.425 C523.257,79.167 525.438,79.673 528.631,79.82 C531.831,79.965 532.853,80.001 541,80.001 C549.148,80.001 550.169,79.965 553.369,79.82 C556.562,79.673 558.743,79.167 560.652,78.425 C562.623,77.658 564.297,76.634 565.965,74.965 C567.633,73.296 568.659,71.625 569.425,69.651 C570.167,67.743 570.674,65.562 570.82,62.369 C570.966,59.17 571,58.147 571,50 C571,41.851 570.966,40.831 570.82,37.631\"><\/path><\/g><\/g><\/g><\/svg><\/div><div style=\"padding-top: 8px;\"> <div style=\" color:#3897f0; 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border-bottom: 2px solid transparent; transform: translateX(16px) translateY(-4px) rotate(30deg)\"><\/div><\/div><div style=\"margin-left: auto;\"> <div style=\" width: 0px; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-right: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(16px);\"><\/div> <div style=\" background-color: #F4F4F4; flex-grow: 0; height: 12px; width: 16px; transform: translateY(-4px);\"><\/div> <div style=\" width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-left: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(-4px) translateX(8px);\"><\/div><\/div><\/div> <div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center; margin-bottom: 24px;\"> <div style=\" background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 224px;\"><\/div> <div style=\" background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 144px;\"><\/div><\/div><\/a><p style=\" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; line-height:17px; margin-bottom:0; margin-top:8px; overflow:hidden; padding:8px 0 7px; text-align:center; text-overflow:ellipsis; white-space:nowrap;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/C8QCv6dSP7R\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" style=\" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px; text-decoration:none;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">A post shared by Katrina | Tips for Renos &amp; New Builds (@katrinas_instagram)<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/blockquote>\n<script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-11-refresh-your-kitchen-bench\">11. Refresh your kitchen bench<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If your dated kitchen benchtop makes you cringe, there are creative ways you can refresh the appearance without having to replace it. You may recall our <a href=\"https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/diy-concrete-countertop-kitchen-makeover\/\">DIY concrete finish kitchen bench makeover<\/a>. 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Replace old cabinet hardware<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Finally, an oldie but a goodie is to switch out your old kitchen hardware for modern handles and knobs. From timber to luxe marble, brass and bronze, there&#8217;s never been more stylish kitchen handles and knobs on the market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/new-stylish-handles\/\">In this article we share all the best places to buy stylish handles and hardware online<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>We hope you picked up a few ideas on how you could refresh your kitchen on a budget! Do you have more tips on updating your kitchen for less that you can share in the comments below. Or better yet, a before and after kitchen reno project you&#8217;re happy to share with us? Send us an email at <a href=\"mailto:hello@stylecurator.com.au\">hello@stylecurator.com.au<\/a> as we&#8217;d love to see and possibly feature it on the blog.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"h-more-reno-ideas\"><a href=\"https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/category\/advice\/building-or-renovating\/\">More reno ideas<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"794\" height=\"529\" src=\"https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Vintage-lemon-dishwasher-magnet.jpg\" alt=\"Vintage lemon dishwasher magnet\" class=\"wp-image-65339\" style=\"width:794px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Vintage-lemon-dishwasher-magnet.jpg 794w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Vintage-lemon-dishwasher-magnet-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Vintage-lemon-dishwasher-magnet-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Vintage-lemon-dishwasher-magnet-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Vintage-lemon-dishwasher-magnet-630x420.jpg 630w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 794px) 100vw, 794px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.etsy.com\/au\/shop\/DesignStickersStore?ref=profile_header\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Vintage lemon dishwasher magnet via Etsy<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><em>Disclaimer: this article was first published in October 2022 and continues to be updated with the best kitchen makeover tips and tricks.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n<div itemscope itemtype=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/Article\" style=\"display: none;\">\n<meta itemprop=\"url\" content=\"https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/updating-your-kitchen\/\" \/>\n<meta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"12 tips for updating your kitchen: Best cosmetic kitchen upgrades\" \/>\n<meta itemprop=\"description\" content=\"Tired kitchen but can&#8217;t afford a remodel? 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